A two-week investigation by Monitor has revealed that the lack of sanitary pads in hotels forces women to use toilet paper, leading to high consumption of tissue in these establishments.
Health officials and hotel owners are now urging hotels to provide free sanitary pads alongside condoms in their facilities for women.
Dr Denis Kutoosi, a medical officer at CURE Hospital, emphasised the health risks of using toilet paper as a substitute for sanitary pads.
“Toilet paper isn’t sterilised like feminine hygiene products. It’s waste paper that can contain toxic substances and is unsuitable for vaginal use,” Dr Kutoosi said.
Dr Moses Mugonyi, the Mbale City Health Officer, added that toilet tissue lacks absorbent material, which is crucial in managing menstruation.
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